The Melbourne International Lute Festival - Faculty Recital
Apr
6
to Apr 8

The Melbourne International Lute Festival - Faculty Recital

Casey will be presenting a lecture and recital outlining his Doctoral research into the Cosens Lute Book.

The festival will also showcase the best of Australia’s plucked instrument specialists, with lectures and recitals covering a myriad of topics including the development of the baroque lute, the birth of the Chitarrone, and Jacobean riches of 17th century England. This event is unique in the Southern Hemisphere and a wonderful opportunity to meet likeminded lute players, fuel your curiosity and experience the wisdom of Jakob Lindberg, one of the greatest lute masters of his generation.

For observer tickets contact Rosemary: rosemary ‘at’ rosemaryhodgson.com

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Galileo - Victorian Opera
Dec
20
7:30 PM19:30

Galileo - Victorian Opera

Faith, knowledge and power collide in this brand new opera by Richard Mills that examines the fortunes of one of the world’s greatest thinkers.

A complex life which came into conflict with the political and religious powers of the day, Galileo is a searching meditation on questions of faith in a violent, hostile and uncertain world.

With the combined forces of La Compañia and Orchestra Victoria, and starring Victorian Opera favourite, baritone Samuel Dundas as Galileo — this project will celebrate the artistic legacy of Richard Mills.

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Renaissance Rhythms: La Compania
Sep
30
7:00 PM19:00

Renaissance Rhythms: La Compania

From a spicy tarantella to a stately pavane, a vivacious galliard or a joyous chacona.

La Compañia unfailingly embodies repertoire with precision, flexibility and joyful musicality. The celebrated Renaissance band unearths some of the most beautiful and fascinating music of the 16th and early 17th centuries with virtuosity and flair.

Directed by Danny Lucin the celebrated ensemble La Compañia is recognised as Australia’s preeminent period instrument ensemble specialising in music of the Renaissance and early Baroque.

About the concert

Their performance in Elisabeth Murdoch Hall explores a lively repertoire celebrating dance, movement and vigour. From a spicy tarantella to a stately pavane, a vivacious galliard or a joyous chacona. La Compañia glides past Mediterranean shores to visit aristocratic parlours, boisterous taverns, town squares and royal courts discovering the highly fashionable dances that transfixed society. So rich in variety these alluring tunes and soulful poetic songs weave a rich tapestry of the Renaissance sweet life.

Join La Compañia for a stylish performance on splendid period instruments, adorned with virtuosic instrumental displays.

Praise for La Compañia

‘Unfailingly enjoyable …La Compañia presents concerts that heighten expectations… this early music collective has dust-scattering bounce and clarity.’ The Age

Danny Lucin - cornetto, director
Timothy Reynolds - tenor
Stephanie Eldridge - baroque violin
Victoria Watts - viola da gamba
Miranda Hill - violone
Rosemary Hodgson - renaissance guitar and lute
Casey Fitzpatrick - baroque guitar & Theorbo
Christine Baker - percussion

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La Compañia – Baroque of Mexico
May
27
7:00 PM19:00

La Compañia – Baroque of Mexico

La Compañia unfailingly embodies repertoire with precision, flexibility and joyful musicality. The celebrated Renaissance band unearths some of the most beautiful and fascinating music of the 16th and early 17th centuries with virtuosity and flair. Directed by Danny Lucin the celebrated ensemble is recognised as Australia’s preeminent period instrument ensemble specialising in music of the Renaissance and early Baroque.

About the concert

Their performance in Elisabeth Murdoch Hall explores the Baroque gateway to the Americas, Mexico. It was a thriving hub of cultural connections where exhilarating and captivating music emerged. Folk traditions from a sophisticated and ancient culture artfully infused with the Baroque brilliance of the Iberian Peninsula is spiced with African rhythms.

This beautiful and fascinating music for singing and dancing will surprise and delight with mesmerising melodies and spellbinding rhythms. Join La Compañia, period experts in an epic journey to unearth baroque treasures of the New World.

Praise for La Compañia

‘Unfailingly enjoyable… La Compañia presents concerts that heighten expectations… this early music collective has dust-scattering bounce and clarity.’ The Age

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La Compania: Spirit of the Renaissance
Nov
26
6:30 PM18:30

La Compania: Spirit of the Renaissance

Purchase tickets here (Elisabeth Murdoch Hall, Melbourne Recital Centre)

About:

The Golden Age of Spain was a flourishing period of artistic discovery where masterful composers created music that was spirited, distinctive and full of vigour. Refined in style, yet vibrant in rhythm, these pieces retained an unfailing melodic lyricism, rooted in rich cultures.

Renaissance experts La Compañia brings a dynamic instrumental lineup unearthing captivating music to unite the depth of emotions with Iberian musical mastery.

Artists:

Danny Lucin cornetto, director
Brenton Spiteri tenor
Rosemary Hodgson viheula, guitar
Casey Fitzpatrick vihuela, baroque guitar
Glenn Bardwell sackbut
Trea Hindley sackbut
Victoria Watts viola da gamba
Reidun Turner viola da gamba
Denis Close cavaquinho, percussion
Christine Baker percussion

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A Knight at the movies!
Oct
21
to Oct 23

A Knight at the movies!

  • The Basement, Caz Reitop’s Dirty Secrets (map)
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21st Century Bards take you on an Epic Journey through Time and Space!

A classical singer, a harpist and a lutenist walk into a bar... to bring you stunning music from The Lord of the Rings, Game of Thrones, Pirates of the Caribbean, and more!

Be prepared for a Knight at the Movies to propel you into a battle amongst the stars! It will make you reminisce about legends from an open world, and you might suddenly find yourself sailing the high seas on board a pirate ship! Just don’t forget to toss a coin to your Witcher on the way out.

Featuring WAAPA and UoM graduates Sarah Susanne Jackson (soprano/harp), Kelly Rae (soprano) and Casey Fitzpatrick (lute), this family-friendly event will serenade everyone from the conservative music lover to the film and video game buff. Watch as this medieval concert puts a Middle Ages spin on songs from the silver screen, all while you enjoy the ambience of the intimate Basement at Caz Reitop’s Dirty Secrets.

This production opens on the 21st of October and runs for three nights only. Bookings are highly recommended.


Show Details: A Knight at the Movies

DATES: 21–23 October 2022

TIMES: Fri 21 & Sat 22: 6.00PM, Sun 23: 7.00PM

DURATION: 50min

COST: $15-40

Full: $35 | Discounts: Fringe Dweller, Fringe Binge | Mobtix: $15 | A little Less: $25 | A Little Extra: $40

VENUE: The Basement, Caz Reitop’s Dirty Secrets, Collingwood TO BOOK TICKETS visit melbournefringe.com.au or call (03) 9660 9666

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Canto Bello: Casey Fitzpatrick and Lauren Burns in Recital
Apr
10
2:00 PM14:00

Canto Bello: Casey Fitzpatrick and Lauren Burns in Recital

Performers

Casey Fitzpatrick - Renaissance Lute

Lauren Burns - Voice

About

Rarely heard solo lute works and song from Italy, France and England.

Duration

Two approximately 30 minute halves with a brief intermission.

Venue and Date

2pm, Sunday April 10.

St Paul’s Anglican Church

Margaret Street

Canterbury

Tickets

Pay-what-you-like (or what you can afford) at the door.

Please note: cash-only donation box at door or electronic donations accepted in advance via patreon HERE

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La Compañia – The Voice of the Renaissance
Feb
12
6:30 PM18:30

La Compañia – The Voice of the Renaissance

  • Elizabeth Murdoch Hall, Melbourne Recital Centre (map)
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A musical gateway to the passionate and imaginative era of Italian Renaissance.

About the artists

Danny Lucin cornetto, mute cornetto, director
Jacqueline Porter soprano
Mitchell Cross shawm, tenor dulcian
Brock Imison alto & bass dulcian
Julian Bain sackbut
Glenn Bardwell sackbut
Victoria Watts viola da gamba
Rosemary Hodgson A-Lute & Theorbo
Denis Close cavaquinho, percussion
Christine Baker percussion

Guest artist: Casey Fitzpatrick Renaissance and Baroque Guitar

La Compañia unfailingly embodies repertoire with a unique blend of precision, flexibility and joyful musicality. The celebrated Renaissance band unearths some of the most beautiful and fascinating music of the 16th and early 17th centuries with virtuosity and flair.

About the concert

Their performance at Melbourne Recital Centre’s Elisabeth Murdoch Hall opens a musical gateway to the passionate and imaginative era of Italian Renaissance – vibrant piazzas, lavish aristocratic courts and the grandeur of the finest cathedrals.

A dynamic meeting of stunning soprano and cornetto, an instrument highly prized for its expressive vocal quality, this transformative repertoire’s rich variety will take you from florid songs and stylish sinfonias to spirited dances and dramatic opera. A performance set to heighten expectations, crafting sonic fantasies that transports the listener to a different time and place.

Tickets:

https://www.melbournerecital.com.au/events/2022/la-compania-the-voice-of-the-renaissance

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Trillo - A Tale of Two Kings
Dec
1
7:00 PM19:00

Trillo - A Tale of Two Kings

Have you ever wondered what life would be like as a king?

How did they act? Who got them up in the morning, what did they do while eating? What did they hear at mass? How did they fall asleep?

We know that music was integral to almost all of the kings daily activities including ‘the waking up ceremony’, ‘letter signing’, ‘hunting’ and even the ‘bedtime ceremony’.

‘A tale of two kings’ showcases a musical day in the life of the two great monarchs Louis XIII and Louis XIV in all their glory (and not so glorious) splendour. Performed on period instruments by Trillo.

Adults $25

Concession $20

www.trilloearlymusic.com

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Trillo - Un Hommage à Notre Dame
Jul
21
2:30 PM14:30

Trillo - Un Hommage à Notre Dame

Join Trillo for a concert of French Medieval music of the 12th-14th centuries, performed on period instruments!

After the cathedral was ravaged by devastating fires earlier this year, Trillo wanted to perform a concert highlighting the majesty and splendour of this precious historic landmark. Whilst some of the physical structure has been destroyed, the musical history surrounding the cathedral is very much alive and can be re-created (even on the other side of the world) with historic instruments and playing styles.

The music featured throughout the concert represents a typical snapshot of the sublime works that were being performed and composed in France throughout the 12-14th centuries. Any one of these pieces could have feasibly been performed within the walls of Notre Dame itself!

Location: Highfield Rd Uniting Church, 72 Highfield Rd Canterbury

Time: 2:30pm

Cost: $20, Concession $15, Children Free (under 16)

Afternoon Tea Provided!

Trillo Hopes to see you there!

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Trillo - Music Upon A Ground
Feb
17
3:00 PM15:00

Trillo - Music Upon A Ground

Trillo is delighted to invite you to an afternoon of Music based upon a ground. If you've ever wondered what a 16th century 'jam' session sounded like... this concert is for you!

We will be performing from some ancient written sources as well as adding a bit of our own improvisations and flare. We will also be explaining and showcasing the Renniassance & Baroque instruments we use!

Artists:
Recorder - Alexandra Bailliet-Joly www.alexandrajoly.com
Baroque violin - Michaela Murphy
Viol da gamba - Evlambia Vafiadis
Harpsichord - Dylan Quinlan-Baskett (and every other instrument)
Percussion - Alex Meagher.
Lute & Theorbo - Casey Fitzpatrick
Soprano - Lauren Burns

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St Georges Early Music Ensemble
Feb
12
3:00 PM15:00

St Georges Early Music Ensemble

Join the early music ensemble in the intimate settings of the St George’s College Chapel as they transport you into another era with their beautiful music. Under the direction of emeritus professor Paul Wright, they will also be joined by special guests Aidan Deasy and Casey Fitzpatrick on lute.

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The Honourable Lute
Nov
16
8:30 PM20:30

The Honourable Lute

Hope to see you come along for an evening of great fun and musical delight! I will be performing some little known solo lute pieces, a song for lute and Voice and the Vivaldi Lute Concerto in D with a small chamber orchestra. Hope to see you there!

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Dido and Aeneas
May
2
to May 5

Dido and Aeneas

Directed by: Glenda Linscott
Music Director: Geoffrey Lancaster
Choreographed by: Andries Weidemann
Performed by: Classical Vocal, Music and Dance students

Henry Purcell’s famous opera Dido and Aeneas, a poignant tale of ill-fated lovers, is restored to its original musical dimensions by Australian pianist and conductor, Geoffrey Lancaster. The earliest surviving libretto for the work, dating from 1689, contains material for which the music has been lost, including an entire Prologue, a chorus at the end of Act 2, eight dances and a spoken Epilogue. Now, thanks to Lancaster's sensitive reconstruction of the missing music, audiences can savour this classic English three-act opera in its miraculous entirety
 

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